Business Development Specialist

Basic Function:   Serves as a technical specialist for all cable and connectivity products related to a target market.  Drives increased sales by proactively supporting the efforts to customers in these markets.

Significant Responsibilities:

 Performs specific job responsibilities:

• • Serves as a technical expert to assist our Outside and Inside Sales teams in a target market area through relationships with influencers to include and not limited to: engineers, contractors, installers, integrators, distributors and others that result in selection of products for their respective organization
  • Drives sales and achieves sales goals for assigned markets by conducting individual sales calls as well as joint sales calls with other team members
  • Collaborates and coordinates sales activities for secondary markets or products that fall outside of the assigned area of responsibility
  • Leads training on products and markets to other members of the sales team, OCC partners, end-users and customers as appropriate
  • Works closely with OCC’s marketing and engineering team to coordinate the preparation of training and marketing collateral for training and customer awareness
  • Responsible for product line design and management, suggesting and developing new product concepts, managing product selection and design for specific customer/end-user applications and supporting new product development in collaboration with engineering team

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values (as outlined in the 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Managerial:  Coordinates sales efforts in designated market segments and provides support to the sales team
• Communication:  Regularly communicates with other members of the sales team (outside sales, inside sales), engineers and customers.
• Confidentiality:  Must maintain confidentiality with respect to corporate goals and objectives, product information and customer/sales activity
• Financial:  Responsibility for operating within the constraints of the Auto and Expense Policy especially by maintaining reasonable expenses.
• Judgment:  May make independent decisions concerning specific customer demands with consultation from appropriate leaders.
• Compliance:  Responsible for SOX compliance as it pertains to team processes
• Travel:  Travel is at least 50% of working time

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Education:  BA/BS or equivalent educational background

Experience:  1-3 years of demonstrated successful sales experience

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration:  RCDD desired

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Operate independently with little direct supervision; involve management staff appropriately.  Ability to participate in management and leadership level meetings as requested.  Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint with minimal support.  Maintain interpersonal relationships through appropriate and concise communication, oral and written.  Use math and writing skills to correctly complete all documentation required for team reporting and compliance obligations.  Understand, follow and administer policies, especially those related to quality and compliance.  Attend to detail in completing assignments and documentation.  Prioritize workload effectively. 

Working Conditions:  This is a partially sedentary job which requires vision sufficient for reading comprehension, computer use and requires and hearing sufficient for extensive, direct and/or telephone contact with customers, management and employees.  Requires an individual with the ability to enter data into a computer.  Responsibilities require an individual to be physically mobile to move around the building.  The nature of this position and the personal interactions involved require that an individual possess significant and persuasive interactive communications skills.  Requires an individual with the ability to travel within a geographic territory by car and by plane.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Accounting Manager

Basic Function:  The Accounting Manager Directs and coordinates activities of employees engaged in calculating, posting, and verifying financial information for the purpose of maintaining accurate accounting and statistical records.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Builds trust, values others, communicates effectively, drives execution, fosters innovation, focuses on the customer, collaborates with others, solves problems creatively and demonstrates high integrity.
• Directs and leads the efforts of team members in order to meet team, departmental and corporate goals:
  1. Identifies, evaluates and recommends candidates for hire
  2. Trains, monitors, motivates and evaluates the qualitative and quantitative performance of team members
  3. Administers policies fairly and consistently.

• Sets strategic goals and defines plans for meeting those goals set for the team and individual members.
• Interacts with other corporate management to capture major opportunities for strategic planning and continual improvement.
• Prepares and reviews monthly journal entries and financial statements.
• Prepares and reviews quarterly work papers and various account analysis schedules.
• Supports management team by analyzing transactions and providing accounting guidance.
• Maintains assigned SOX narratives and works with other SOX team members to design and maintain compliance with effective internal controls.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Managerial:  Supervises the Accounts Payable Administrator and Staff Accountant.  Manages the Corporate Accounts Payable function.
• Communication:  Communicate daily with supervisor and team members to resolve accounts payable, general accounting, and financial reporting issues.
• Confidentiality:  High level of confidentiality required regarding corporate initiatives, customer matters, proprietary finance matters and employee issues. 
• Financial:  Operate and manage a fiscally responsible team and maintain reasonable expenses; must use a high level of judgment and decision making skills to promote adherence to accounting guidelines and SOX regulations.
• Judgment:  Use judgment in questioning and bringing attention to transactions that seem to be inconsistent or in opposition to company policy.  Must pay close attention to detail and keep mistakes to a minimum as they could impact the accuracy of the corporation’s financial reporting.
• Compliance:  Follow company policies, especially related to proper presentation of financial transactions, financial statements, and adherence to financial reporting deadlines as defined by the Finance Team and regulatory bodies.
• Travel: May be required to travel to another company facility or to travel for education and training; occasional

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, financial management, or a closely related field

Experience: 

Five to seven years of experience in managing fiscal operations

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration: None required/CPA Preferred                            

Other Minimum Qualifications:  Effective interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to be a team member and to lead a team.  Demonstrated history of making positive contributions to an organization as a leader.   

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Position requires a broad range of accounting knowledge, including knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, SEC reporting and research on a variety of related subjects.  The candidate should be familiar with requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and relevant FASB pronouncements; possess strong organizational and time management skills with attention to details; be self-motivated and capable of working independently; maintain interpersonal relationships through appropriate and concise communication, oral and written; and possess strong computer skills to include MS Office applications and ERP systems.

Working Conditions:  This is a partially sedentary job which requires sight sufficient for computer use and requires an individual with hearing sufficient for extensive, direct and/or telephone contact with customers, management and employees.  Requires an individual with the ability to enter data into a computer.  Responsibilities require an individual to be physically mobile to move around the building.  The nature of this position and the personal interactions involved require that an individual possess significant and persuasive interactive communications skills.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:  OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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3” Extruder Operator (Days)

Basic Function:  Sets-up, runs and monitors 3” extrusion equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable by performing the following duties.

Significant Responsibilities:

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the automation file to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs and continually monitors the 3” extrusion line for all products.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to assure product is being produced per proper automation file.
• Applies print to cables using jet printers and mechanical printers as required.
• Correctly completes all paperwork specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required. Completes non-conformity paperwork for all defects and problems in products.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines set forth by this company.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to run a machine in a production environment.  Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly. Ability to read and follow basic instructions. Ability to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs.  This job requires a sighted individual (i.e., vision corrected to 20/20) for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with normal hearing (i.e., hearing corrected to normal ranges).  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Basic Function:  Supports the production of fiber optic cable by performing the following job responsibilities.

 Significant Responsibilities:

 Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Selects cable to be re-spooled based on ship date or supervisors priorities.
• Uses basic math skills to determine correct cut length.
• Physically observes outer jacket of cable for anomalies while spooling, if anomaly is found notifies Lead or Supervisor.
• Repair any outer jacket anomalies, that supervisor approves to be repaired.
• Review non-conformance blue sheet to respool and record any issues observed during the respool process, notifying management when needed.
• Uses computer or scanner to report reels once they are spooled.
• Uses wireless RF devices to complete location scans.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines set forth by this company.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Works with rest of team to organize reels by due date to ensure that reels that are late or due that day are done first.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.  Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions and to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team and fast pace environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.  Ability to operate a forklift.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Basic Function:  Provide detail specialized support to order entry and inside sales as required. Perform specific functions required for order entry.  Support internal and external customers as required.

Significant Responsibilities:

•  Reviews customer purchase orders for clarity, special terms, conditions, and materials/lead

times.

• Performs accurate order entry into computer system and reviews and inputs bill of materials,

part numbers and descriptions.

• Provides excellent services through verbal and written communications with inside sales,

planning, quality and contract review.

• Creates assembly drawings using PowerPoint or related software.
• Learns operations/manufacturing processes regarding inventory and operating systems as it relates to the position

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Some experience using computer-aided design (such as Visio or PowerPoint) in manufacturing, sales, accounting or IT environment preferred.  One year of data entry in a manufacturing or accounting environment paying close attention to detail highly desirable.  Associate degree in engineering may be substituted for one year of experience.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Demonstrated analytical and reasoning skills, attention to detail with ability to absorb technical product information and translate into accurate sales orders and product drawings.  Ability to work with various applications to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint and e-mail.  Ability to grasp current operations systems with ease.  Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 requirements is a plus.  Knowledge of cable connectivity business is highly desired, especially with military stipulations.

Working Conditions:  Office/manufacturing environment, a mostly sedentary job with the ability to lift 20 lbs.  Regular interaction with sales, manufacturing and inventory control teams is required.  This job requires vision sufficient for completing quality work, reading comprehension and computer use.    This work also requires hearing sufficient for normal workplace conversation and training.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.  Specific vison abilities required by this job include color vision.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Basic Function:  Pull and issue material from company inventory to support product builds, engineering efforts and support manufacturing processes.  Stock up material from incoming inspection, WIP close out, and customer returns.  Maintain accurate inventory records by entering material movement in computer system and/or scanner.  Investigates and identifies inventory discrepancies.

 Significant Responsibilities:

 Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Accepts, sorts, and places raw materials into warehouse stock, ensuring proper count, identification and placement.
• Ensures all documentation is accurate, in order, and processed timely.
• Ensure all packages and stock are labeled correctly.
• Performs cycle counts and records and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
• Works with planning to ensure that material is moved in a timely manner, enabling production to meet customer demands.
• Reads work orders or inventory requisition forms to determine inventory to be adjusted.
• Uses computer or scanner to add and remove material from inventory and assign locations to finished goods inventory.
• Keeps inventory accurate and neat. Consolidates inventory where possible and works with supervisor to efficiently allocate space.
• Uses computer to choose inventory to fill stock orders.
• Prepares stock room and all other inventory for quarterly and yearly physical inventory counts.
• Utilizes and follows quality policy and operating procedures to ensure the quality and consistency of the job is being performed.
• Conducts all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope

• Works as a team member to organize and maintain accuracy of inventory.
• Communicates with other departments daily to solve problems.
• Uses good judgment to minimize mistakes of inaccurate inventory levels.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education and Experience:  High School Diploma or GED required.  Must have a minimum of 1 year inventory experience.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Utilize Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.  Must have good analytical and interpersonal skills, including excellent communication skills both written and verbal.  Able to organize, prioritize, complete tasks, and manage time.  Able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment.  Must be a self-starter.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately.  Good math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to read and understand work orders, pick lists, sales orders and Bills of Materials.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions, ability to understand and implement quality procedures.  Ability to recognize and help resolve problems.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and must be reasonably ambulatory.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs.  This job requires vision sufficient for completing quality work, reading comprehension and computer use.    This work also requires hearing sufficient for normal workplace conversation and training.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles.   Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Nights

Basic Function:  Sets-up, runs, and monitors Cabler/Strander/Rework Line equipment used for the manufacture of fiber optic cable.

Significant Responsibilities:

I. Performs specific job responsibilities in accordance with safety procedures and guidelines:

• Reads the set-up sheet and utilizes the product code to determine product to be manufactured, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Sets up, runs, and monitors the Planetary Strander for all standard and nonstandard products.
• Sets up and runs respooling machine located in the cabling area to respool sub cables, fillers and wire.
• Observes, measures, and inspects products at various stages of the production process to assure product is being produced per proper set-up sheet specifications.
• Correctly completes all documentation specific to this job function.
• Cleans equipment to prevent contamination as required.
• Recognizes various defects and problems that arise during production. Assists in solving problems or notifies supervisor if required.
• Runs the rework line when the workload at the Strander allows including washing cables with E Cleaner or MEK, printing cables, stripping cables, respooling cables, wire and fillers and using the stripping wheel to strip armor and FRP cables.

II. Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

III. Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months related experience and/or training preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a machine in a production environment.  Demonstrated ability to use tools and measuring devices properly.  Ability to read and follow basic instructions and to understand and implement quality procedures. Math and handwriting skills required and the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and recognize and help resolve problems.  Ability to operate a forklift.  Ability to operate a hoist.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and climb stairs.  Significant inspecting activities require manual dexterity using hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer usage.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires an individual with hearing sufficient for detecting alarms and communication with coworkers.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

 Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Basic Function:   Plans, implements and manages quality assurance activities in support of the company Quality Management System (QMS) goals and objectives.  This includes, but is not limited to, support and participation in product development activities; manufacturing support including oversight of incoming, in-process and final inspection activities; development, maintenance and reporting of quality metrics including trend analysis, statistical analyses and statistical process control (SPC) as required.  Serves as Safety Coordinator for the facility.  The function also includes root cause analysis in support of failure investigations and the ability to clearly communicate investigation findings and corrective actions to internal and external personnel including vendors, customers and customer quality inspectors.  The function includes direct supervision and training of quality assurance technicians and inspectors, and management of metrology and related standards for calibration.

Significant Responsibilities

Performs specific job responsibilities:

• Oversees compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) procedures and serves as management representative for harsh environment connectivity products and point of contact for all matters concerning quality management.
• Maintains appropriate metrics for tracking of key quality indicators using a variety of statistical and analytical tools including charts, graphs and other such tools as may be required to evaluate company performance against stated goals and objectives for management reviews and customer presentations as required.
• Serves as Safety Coordinator for facility.
• Works with product development teams to ensure clarity and definition of product requirements, compliance with stated requirements and provides input to the design team concerning manufacturability and process control considerations.
• Leads the investigation and resolution of quality assurance issues and concerns related to product realization, customer service/support and documentation. Presents findings and corrective actions as required to stake holders including customer personnel.
• Plans and documents quality related processes and procedures as required to support the QMS.
• Performs the function of Lead Auditor responsible for planning and scheduling of audits, training and supervising the internal audit staff, and reviewing and documenting audit findings for corrective action, to include MIL-STD-790 audits.
• Manages personnel in the Quality department. This individual recommends training requirements, has the duty to keep the staff at the highest level of skill necessary to meet company needs and objectives, and recommends that personnel be hired or removed from the department.  Provides feedback to assigned personnel relative to stated goals and objectives including preparation of performance reviews and, if necessary, administers corrective actions.
• Maintains the company’s training records and required quality records relating to material and/or process problems and investigation findings / corrective and preventive actions using applicable tools.
• Institutes and maintains other planning and control procedures as required to initiate, monitor and manage testing performed by any external test facilities.
• Reviews customer specified Quality Assurance requirements during contract reviews and advises customer service personnel regarding requirements which are not acceptable and ensures compliance with those requirements that are acceptable if the order is received.
• Evaluates vendors and suppliers to assure quality requirements for purchased parts and materials and well defined, communicated clearly and effectively implemented. Works with vendors and suppliers to establish and manage improvements and corrective actions as necessary when problems are identified.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical degree with 3-6 years of Quality Assurance experience or 7-10 years Quality Management experience, with a company with significant product development and manufacturing for military and/or federal customers.
• ISO 9001 and/or military standards quality management and safety/OSHA compliance experience required. Internal/external auditing experience required.
• Candidate must be skilled in the inspection, metrology, and continuous quality improvement of small, high precision mechanical and/or ceramic components.
• Experience with MIL-STD-790 audits and OSHA 30 hour safety training preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:  ASQ lead auditor certification, Registration Accreditation Board (RAB) certification and/or Certified Quality Engineer through American Society for Quality (ASQ) preferred.

Essential Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

The position requires excellent computer skills and experience using software packages such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and various data-bases including ERP system(s).  The candidate must possess excellent mechanical aptitude preferably with a comprehensive knowledge of fiber optic cable and connector technology and design and its application to production processes such as termination and test of fiber optic and electrical cable assemblies. Comprehensive knowledge of applicable military and industry standards and qualification requirements for fiber optic cable assemblies or related products is required.  Ability to plan and direct investigations as required to determine root cause and corrective actions for non-conforming product.  Ability to plan, layout, and execute complex work programs, functions, and operations to ensure quality. Ability to understand and implement quality procedures at all levels.  Math skills required along with the ability to correctly complete all documentation.  Excellent oral and written communication skills required with the demonstrated ability to express oneself clearly and concisely.  Extensive ability to supervise and maintain effective relationships with employees and vendors.   Ability to work in a team environment with responsibility for training, motivating, monitoring and evaluating others.  Pays close attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately, and to recognize, document, and help resolve problems.  Able to organize, complete tasks and manage time.   Appropriate knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and must be reasonably ambulatory.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs.  This job requires vision sufficient for completing quality work, reading comprehension and computer use.    This work also requires hearing sufficient for normal workplace conversation and training.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.  Specific vison abilities required by this job include color vision.

   Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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Basic Function:   Set-up and maintain industrial machinery.

 Significant Responsibilities:

• Setting-up and/or assembling new machinery per specifications.
• Observing machines or equipment (for visual and audio signs) to diagnose malfunctions and determine necessary adjustments and/or repairs. Studying blueprints, sketches, machine parts, or specifications in order to determine appropriate repairs.  Assembling and test operating machines to verify correction of malfunctions.
• Dismantling and reassembling machines or equipment to replace defective parts as required.
• Performing scheduled preventive maintenance on machinery. Completing paperwork on parts used and repairs made.
• Maintaining and lubricating machine tools and equipment as required.
• Conducting all activities in accordance with the safety procedures and guidelines.
• Utilizing and following quality policy and operating procedures to insure the quality and consistency of the job performance.

Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

Champions OCC’s mission, vision and values (as detailed in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

 Education:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

 Experience:   1-3 years related experience and/or training preferred.   MT1 and/or industrial maintenance certification desirable.  Military and Technical skills and training will be considered in Lieu of field experience.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:   Excellent mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate a variety of machine tools, assemble parts to fabricate or repair machine tools, and proper maintenance of machinery.  Ability to read and follow complex instructions, ability to understand and implement quality procedures.  Math and handwriting skills and the ability to complete correctly all documentation.  Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.   Attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately and help resolve problems.

Ability to operate a forklift and aerial Work platform. Basic Electrical, hydraulic and Pneumatic skills will be used daily. Machining and Fabrications skill are a plus. Ability to create Electrical and Mechanical drawings are also essential skills.

Working Conditions:  While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and must be reasonably ambulatory.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs.  This job requires sight sufficient for significant reading and computer use.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.  This work also requires and individual with hearing sufficient for communication with employees, vendors and awareness of alarms.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee may possibly be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

SAFETY:   Work under company protocol regarding safe work practices. Training for machine specific diagnostics, lock out, and tag out Procedures will be provided. Electrical knowledge and training will be required for live diagnostic work on equipment. Proper PPE will be required and provided when required.

Proper training will be provided for Pre Job Min’s – hot work and related practices. Pre job Mini’s will be done any time the work is beyond the scope of normal work routines.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

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Basic Function:  The Outside Sales Representative performs proactive sales activities for all OCC products and drives increased sales within the designated geographical territory.

Significant Responsibilities:

I. Performs specific job responsibilities:

• • Maintains high-level knowledge of the OCC product base and effectively close sales in order to meet territory, regional and corporate-wide goals.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with influencers in the market including: engineers, contractors, installers, integrators, distributors and others that will result in the selection of OCC products by a customer and/or end user.
  • Drives sales proactively as a specialist in OCC enterprise products; supports and engages other members of the sales team:
    1. Involves business development managers, technical sales and engineering in order to effectively and appropriately address customer needs.
    2. Conduct both individual and joint sales calls, deliver presentations and participate in trade shows as appropriate.
    3. Maintains generalist knowledge in all OCC products in all segments in order to provide sales support successfully.

• Works closely with the Inside Sales Team to provide service and support to customers and to develop a funnel of potential customers.

II. Promotes OCC’s service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer request/needs.

III. Champions OCC’s vision and values; complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Job Scope:

• Managerial:  No direct reports.  Coordinates sales efforts in designated geographical territory.
• Communication:  Regularly communicates with other members of the inside sales team, business development and technical sales managers, engineers and customers.
• Confidentiality:  Must maintain confidentiality with respect to corporate goals and objectives, product information and customer/sales activity
• Financial:  Responsibility for operating within the constraints of the Auto and Expense Policy especially by maintaining reasonable expenses.
• Judgment:  May make independent decisions concerning specific customer’s demands with consultation from other sales resources, as appropriate.
• Compliance:  Responsible for SOX compliance as it pertains to team processes
• Travel is at least 50% of working time

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education:  Bachelor degree preferred                      

Experience:  3—5 years applying fundamental technical sales concepts and practices

Licensure, Certification and/or Registration: RCDD preferred

Other Minimum Qualifications:  Effective interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to be a team member.  Demonstrated history of making positive contributions to the organization.  Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.

Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:  Operate independently with little direct supervision; involve management staff appropriately.  Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint with minimal support.  Maintain interpersonal relationships through appropriate and concise communication, oral and written.  Use math and writing skills to correctly complete all documentation required for team reporting and compliance obligations.  Understand, follow and administer policies, especially those related to quality and compliance.  Attend to detail in completing assignments and documentation.  Prioritize workload effectively. 

Working Conditions:  This is a partially sedentary job which requires sight sufficient for computer use and requires an individual with hearing sufficient for extensive, direct and/or telephone contact with customers, management staff and employees.  Requires an individual with the ability to enter data into a computer.  The nature of this position and the personal interactions involved require that an individual possess significant and persuasive interactive communications skills.  Requires an individual with the ability to travel within a geographic territory by car and by plane.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Note:  This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Benefits:

OCC offers a positive work environment driven around 15 Essential Points of Success, which is how OCC aspires to operate and is an integral part of our corporate philosophy and culture.  OCC offers a competitive benefits package to promote health and financial security for you and your family that includes company-sponsored health, dental and vision plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance plans; including, critical illness and accident, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), education assistance, and wireless discounts.  Employees are also provided with security options including Healthy Rewards®, Secure Travel®, Will Preparation and Identity Theft protection as well as generous paid time off and holiday schedules. 

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